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Angelo Gonzalez and Jeff Widman are finally back from a hiatus to discuss the brand new John Mayer single, "Tom and Jerry". We dive into our initial reactions to the teasers and explore how the track channels strong Sob Rock and acoustic folk vibes. We also analyze the song's unique structure, the relatable lyrics about unrequited love, Blake Slatkin's co-production credits, and the undeniable hook similarity to "Do You Know Me". Plus, Jeff shares updates on his latest album release, What a Man Becomes, and we outline what to expect from the podcast moving forward - including coverage of his SiriusXM channel, recent collaborations, and the upcoming Sphere shows. Episode Highlights:We're Back: Catching up after the hiatus and discussing Jeff's new album, What a Man Becomes. First Impressions: Reacting to the handcuffs teaser, the voice memos, and the SiriusXM premiere. Musical Analysis: The Sob Rock aesthetic, the driving acoustic foundation, and the psychology behind the fade-out outro. Lyrical Deep Dive: Unpacking the themes of wanting someone you can't have and the cleverness of the "Tom and Jerry" title. Looking Ahead: Upcoming topics including Dead & Company at the Sphere, Life with John Mayer on SiriusXM, and recent artist collaborations. Connect with us:Email: [email protected]: https://www.youtube.com/@MyStupidPodcastInstagram: http://instagram.com/mystupidpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mystupidcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mystupidpodcastAngelo Gonzalez: instagram.com/angelogonzalezJeff Widman: instagram.com/jmwsongs

Hey MSP Fam! We've got a another episode packed with Mayer talk! In this episode, we discuss the Sob Rock Tour, the shows we went to and overall takeaways from the entire tour and jump into the first part of our "Year in the Life of John Mayer" segment. Plus, as always, we read listener emails. Things we talk about in this episode: How knowing the meaning of a song changes our view of it What genres and covers we'd like to see John do If John will do another blues album "Chasing" songs on the Sob Rock Tour The Deep Cut focus of the Sob Rock Tour The John Mayer Online Community Villanova Junction Napster And more! If you like the show, be sure to Rate and Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Follow us and Rate us on Spotify, follow us on all the socials, etc. Intro Music this week is "Color Queen" by Villanova Junction __________________________ Links of resources mentioned on the show: Someday I'll Fly Documentary by Eastwood Allen Villanova Junction Demo on Youtube (Playlist by John Mayer Tapes) The Internet Archive The JMTP (archived) __________________________ Other My Stupid Podcast Links Jeff's Music Website: www.jmwsongs.com Jeff's Other Podcast, Current Gen: Listen on Youtube | Listen on Spotify Write in to the show: [email protected] Instagram: instagram.com/mystupidpodcast Twitter: twitter.com/mystupidcast Facebook: facebook.com/mystupidcast

In our latest episode (recorded before Jeff and Angelo saw the Sob Rock Tour), we talk about the last few tour stops, what our hopes are for the Houston and Dallas shows, and of course read some of your emails! If you like the show, be sure to Rate and Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Follow us and Rate us on Spotify, follow us on all the socials, etc. __________________________ Jeff's Music Website: www.jmwsongs.com Jeff's Other Podcast, Current Gen: Listen on Youtube | Listen on Spotify Write in to the show: [email protected] Instagram: instagram.com/mystupidpodcast Twitter: twitter.com/mystupidcast Facebook: facebook.com/mystupidcast

 In this episode, we talk about John Mayer's appearance in Part 1 of the Wong Notes Podcast and go through a bunch of your emails! Some of the topics we cover in response to your emails: Recent Setlists What is John's most "average" song? Songs we'd recommend to people who don't really like John's "storied" past Speculation on new music Rethinking Walt Grace Some of John's best live performances Many Album Rankings Why we no love "Why You No Love Me?" If you like the show, be sure to Rate and Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Follow us and Rate us on Spotify, follow us on all the socials, etc. Wong Notes John Mayer Interview: Part 1 | Part 2 Max Carlson "Pale and Blue" Outro Song : Listen on Spotify __________________________ Jeff's Music Website: www.jmwsongs.com Jeff's Other Podcast, Current Gen: Listen on Youtube | Listen on Spotify Write in to the show: [email protected] Instagram: instagram.com/mystupidpodcast Twitter: twitter.com/mystupidcast Facebook: facebook.com/mystupidcast

We're back! And we've missed you! Join us for an all new season of My Stupid Podcast! In this episode, we catch up on what's been going in our lives and in the John Mayer World. We cover news and happenings since Sob Rock came out and dive into the Sob Rock Tour, setlist, predictions, and more. We also share what's in store for the rest of this season 2. We didn't get to emails this episode, but we will get to them in future episodes...so don't fret! If you like the show, be sure to Rate and Subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Follow us on Spotify, follow us on all the socials, etc. Thanks for the support! We're glad to be back! Jeff's Music Website: www.jmwsongs.com Jeff's Other Podcast, Current Sen: Listen on Youtube | Listen on Spotify Write in to the show: [email protected] Instagram: instagram.com/mystupidpodcast Twitter: twitter.com/mystupidcast Facebook: facebook.com/mystupidcast

We're back with our Sob Rock episode! We take a deep dive into our initial thoughts on the newest John Mayer album, the packaging and artwork, and do a track-by-track analysis and rankings. We also talk about the Sob Rock Tour, Sob Rock Merch, recent tv and video appearances and news, and more! As usual, we also read a bunch of your emails! If you think the show has value, consider taking a few moments to rate us 5 stars and to leave us a positive review on Apple Podcasts, Follow us on Spotify, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! Write in to the show: [email protected] Instagram: instagram.com/mystupidpodcast Twitter: twitter.com/mystupidcast Facebook: facebook.com/mystupidcast

Hey MSP Fam! We're back with part 2 of Unreleased Songs, B-Sides, Live Rarities, etc. We're doing this in many parts as there are a lot of John Mayer songs in this category. In Part 2 we look at the Heavier Things to Battle Studies Era, around 2003-2006ish. Here's the list of songs we tackle: Can't Take That Plane Distance Good Love is On the Way (Studio Version) Heart So Heavy (live and studio versions) Hummingbird The Hurt Level Over and Over Tracing Taking on Water Here's a YouTube Playlist of all of the songs for you to follow along: https://bit.ly/3gWuOPP We also read a bunch of your emails! If you think the show has value, consider taking a few moments to rate us 5 stars and to leave us a positive review on Apple Podcasts, Follow on Spotify, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! Write in to the show: [email protected] Instagram: instagram.com/mystupidpodcast Twitter: twitter.com/mystupidcast Facebook: facebook.com/mystupidcast

Hey MSP Friends! We're back at you with an episode talking all things Sob Rock! In this episode, we talk about what we know so far about the album, the album art and 80s aesthetic, the newest single Last Train Home (with a first reaction listen through), the Sob Rock Zine Volume 1 mailer, and so much more! We hope you're as excited as we are about new John Mayer music. It's such a great time to be a Mayer fan. And as usual, we also read a couple of your emails. If you think the show has value, please leave us a positive review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, follow us on Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Email the show: [email protected] Instagram: instagram.com/mystupidpodcast Twitter: twitter.com/mystupidcast Facebook: facebook.com/mystupidcast

Hey My Stupid Podcast friends! We're back with a live commentary episode! We listen through the entire iTunes only release: As/Is Vol 2. Mountain View, CA. This was recorded as part of a 5-part series of iTunes-only live albums from the Heavier Things Tour in 2004. Sony would eventually make a compilation of the best-of from these albums and release As/Is as a digital and physical release. We also read your emails and talk about Sob Rock, John's upcoming release, and everything we know about it thus far. If you think the show has value, please leave us a positive review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, follow us on Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Email the show: [email protected] Instagram: instagram.com/mystupidpodcast Twitter: twitter.com/mystupidcast Facebook: facebook.com/mystupidcast

Hey MSP Family! For episode 26, we had the opportunity to chat with Bryan Copeland and John Anno from the John Mayer Tribute Band Continuum based out of Springfield, Missouri. Bryan and John took some time to chat about their John Mayer stories, what led them to start a JM tribute band, the difference between a tribute and cover band, their favorite songs to play, and so much more! We hope you enjoy our conversation with them. And as usual, we read some of your emails! Check out John and Bryan's projects and give them some love: Bryan Copeland Music - Tour dates, merch, music, and more! Bryan on Spotify Follow Bryan on Instagram Follow John on Instagram "Continuum" A John Mayer Tribute on Facebook If you think the show has value, please leave us a positive review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, follow us on Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Email the show: [email protected] Instagram: instagram.com/mystupidpodcast Twitter: twitter.com/mystupidcast Facebook: facebook.com/mystupidcast